Horse Health Matters®
Horse First Aid for Sudden-Onset Illness
by EquiMed Staff
April 10, 2017 13:01
Viruses, colic, poisonings, adverse drug reactions, hemorrhages, and heart arrhythmias strike horses without warning. Read to learn what you need to know and do …
Evaluating Your Horse's Physical Condition
by EquiMed Staff
February 12, 2014 10:00
 Read how to evaluate your horse including its body score and establish a physical baseline for your conditioning goals …
Bot Fly - A Common Horse Pest
by Mark Sellers
April 21, 2017 13:39
Learn how bot flies not only annoy your horse, but how the larvae of bot flies invade your horse's gums and intestinal tract causing diseases and disturbances …
What Every Horse Owner Should Know About Caring for Senior Equines
by Flossie Sellers
April 26, 2017 13:20
An effective best-practices management plan includes proper nutrition, hoof and dental care, vaccines, deworming and exercise that will help your older horse …
Tip of the Day
Consider installing fans in your barn to improve airflow in the winter and cooling air movement in the summer.
The Importance of Picking
by Flossie Sellers
April 30, 2017 15:25
Learn why picking your horse's hoof regularly is important and learn the 3 basic steps necessary to do a thorough cleaning of your horse's hooves using a hoof …
My horse has a club foot. Can it be treated …
by Doug Butler, PhD, CJF, FWCF
May 1, 2017 14:22
Club feet result from genetic and environmental conditions. When noticed and treated early, the farrier or veterinarian can greatly improve the prospect of …
When Horses Have Special Dietary Requirements
by EquiMed Staff
May 3, 2017 11:39
Young horse, old horse, sick horse, working horse - all have different dietary requirements. This article explains how to adapt the horse's diet to meet its …
Hay for Your Horse
by EquiMed Staff
May 4, 2017 10:14
Grass hay, grain hay, alfalfa hay - these are the basic staples of horse food. Not all hay is the same. Nutritional differences vary as much as price. Learn how …
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Hoof Care - Trimming the Donkey
Video of donkey hoof trimming.
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Essentials
Meeting the Horse's Basic Dietary Needs
by EquiMed Staff
May 3, 2017 11:17
Horses require basic nutrition elements in proper proportions and amounts. This article discuss the equine's basic dietary needs, giving you the information you …
Horse Parasite Control Guidelines
by EquiMed Staff
April 19, 2017 17:55
Read about the many types of parasites that can affect your horse and learn how using the three "arms" of strategic deworming can be an answer to your parasite …
Horse Vaccination Guidelines
by EquiMed Staff
April 21, 2017 10:34
An effective equine vaccination program always begins with a discussion with your veterinarian and why the risk factors in your particular area of the country …
Do's and Don'ts of Horse First Aid
by EquiMed Staff
April 10, 2017 10:26
Minor injuries and illnesses in horses can turn into costly or catastrophic situations if not recognized and treated promptly. Read to learn the 5 principles of …
Word of the Day
Cast
A horse that cannot get up without assistance because of its position close to a wall or fence.
Want a Healthy Horse? Look to the Way Horses Live in the Wild …
by EquiMed Staff
April 25, 2017 13:06
Over the years, researchers have thoroughly investigated the evolution of horses and determined that the way horses live in the wild can serve as a guide for …
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When I ride my horse, all worries, sorrows, and fears eat the dust I leave behind.
Joyce